The statement refers to President Carter, as he was virtually unknown when he ran for office, but he was appealing to U.S. citizens because he promised to never lie to them.
Explanation:
When Carter began his candidacy for the presidency of the United States in 1976, he was considered a politician with little experience and little recognition at the national level, was only recognized by 2% of voters, and with few possibilities against politicians better known at the national level. However, during 1976, the Watergate scandal was still fresh in the minds of voters and his position as a politician without much experience and alien to Washington politicking D.C., became an attractive factor for voters.
The correct answer for the question that is being presented above is this one: "President Carter." He was virtually unknown when he ran for office, but he was appealing to U.S. citizens because he promised to never <span>lie to them. This statement, President Carter was being referred to.</span>